Best Daycare Centers in Carbondale, CO
Compare 10 daycare centers in Carbondale. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Carbondale, Colorado at a glance
- Daycares
- 10
- Avg rating
- 4.4/5
- Parent reviews
- 32
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Carbondale has 10 licensed daycares with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 81623 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carbondale
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1The Little Bus4.48 score4.6(20)
520 S 3rd St, Ste 9, Carbondale, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
These reviews do not appear to be from parents evaluating a daycare facility. Instead, they describe The Little Bus/Third Street Center as a community space offering various non-profit organizations, art classes, events, and recreational activities. Reviews praise the affordable space, diverse programming, and community atmosphere.
Affordable space for organizations and artistsdiverse programming and eventscommunity gathering placefriendly staff - 2Blue Lake Preschool3.7 score3.4(5)
0189 Jw Dr, Ste C, Carbondale, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 114 children
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback praises the staff's kindness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised about potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during potty training.
Nice and caring staffgood with childrenexcellent managementfun activities and adventures - 3Blue Lake Preschool INC.3.7 score3.4(5)
744 Merrill Ave, Carbondale, CO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff's friendliness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised regarding potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during nap time.
Nice and caring staffexcellent managementfun activities for children
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Carbondale
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Carbondale, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Carbondale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81623 | 9 | 4.4 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Carbondale (20–114 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Carbondale based on parent reviews
The Little Bus
520 S 3rd St, Ste 9, Carbondale, CO
These reviews do not appear to be from parents evaluating a daycare facility. Instead, they describe The Little Bus/Third Street Center as a community space offering various non-profit organizations, art classes, events, and recreational activities. Reviews praise the affordable space, diverse programming, and community atmosphere.
Faith Lutheran Childcare Center
1340 Highway 133, Carbondale, CO
One reviewer enthusiastically invites families to join the center. The single available comment offers a brief, positive welcome without detailing specific operational aspects or concerns.
Honey Tree LLC
0064 Favre Ln, Carbondale, CO
One parent reports that their daughter enjoyed her time at the center and offers a strong recommendation. The feedback highlights a positive experience without noting specific drawbacks.
Camp Run-A-Muk INC.
160 Snowmass Cir, Carbondale, CO
Blue Lake Preschool
0189 Jw Dr, Ste C, Carbondale, CO
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback praises the staff's kindness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised about potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during potty training.
Blue Lake Preschool INC.
744 Merrill Ave, Carbondale, CO
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff's friendliness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised regarding potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during nap time.
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Daycare types in Carbondale
Daycare Centers in Carbondale, Colorado
There are 10 daycare centers in Carbondale, Colorado. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Carbondale have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Carbondale, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Carbondale
Showing 10 results
- Address
- 160 Snowmass Cir, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 704-2267
One reviewer enthusiastically invites families to join the center. The single available comment offers a brief, positive welcome without detailing specific operational aspects or concerns.
- Address
- 1340 Highway 133, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 510-5694
- Quality
One parent reports that their daughter enjoyed her time at the center and offers a strong recommendation. The feedback highlights a positive experience without noting specific drawbacks.
- Address
- 0064 Favre Ln, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 306-8317
- Quality
These reviews do not appear to be from parents evaluating a daycare facility. Instead, they describe The Little Bus/Third Street Center as a community space offering various non-profit organizations, art classes, events, and recreational activities. Reviews praise the affordable space, diverse programming, and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 520 S 3rd St, Ste 9, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback praises the staff's kindness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised about potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during potty training.
- Address
- 0189 Jw Dr, Ste C, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 963-3438
- Quality
Blue Lake Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the staff's friendliness, management quality, and engaging activities. However, serious concerns have been raised regarding potential financial fraud and inappropriate handling of a child's bathroom needs during nap time.
- Address
- 744 Merrill Ave, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 963-4380
- Quality
- Address
- 160 Snowmass Dr, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 384-6010
- Quality
- Address
- 126 Main St, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 963-2524
- Quality
- Address
- 16543 Old Highway 82, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 963-1960
- Quality
- Address
- 879 Euclid, Carbondale, CO
- Phone
- (970) 963-3351
- Quality
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Colorado's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Colorado)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities